Job description

STAFF ATTORNEYS

The Community Health Law Project (CHLP) seeks full-time Staff Attorneys for all five of its regional offices located in Bloomfield, Elizabeth, Hamilton, Neptune, and Collingswood. The Attorneys will provide representation in landlord/tenant matters, public benefits matters, family law matters, consumer issues and guardianships, among other civil legal matters.

CHLP is a New Jersey statewide non-profit organization that provides legal services and advocacy to low-income individuals living with disabilities. CHLP provides assistance in a number of areas including, but not limited to, landlord-tenant matters, Social Security Disability Insurance, Supplemental Security Income, Medicaid/Medicare, Welfare/SNAP benefits, family law, consumer law, guardianships, and home care issues involving private duty nursing and personal care assistance.

CHLP offers a supportive environment where you can work with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking and expand your capabilities. Our pace of work enables fast learning and fosters an environment where you can make an impact on the lives of others.

Qualifications:

• ▪ JD degree from an ABA accredited law school
• ▪ Licensed to practice in New Jersey
• ▪ Great legal analysis, written and oral advocacy skills
• ▪ Demonstrated interest in legal issues affecting people with disabilities
• ▪ Fluency in Spanish is a plus

Salary and Benefits:

• ▪ Salary is commensurate with experience
• ▪ Comprehensive health and dental insurance among other benefits
• ▪ Generous leave time
• How to Apply:

▪ Email resume and references to Erika Kerber, Esq., Executive Director at the Community Health Law Project, 185 Valley Street, South Orange, NJ 07079 at ekerber@chlp.org.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Elizabeth, NJ 07201: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• NJ Bar Admission (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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